March weather forecast
Sparta, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Sparta, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in February to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout March, Sparta's nights cool down to an average of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sparta, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sparta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sparta, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Sparta, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in Sparta, the average high-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sparta?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sparta, during March, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sparta, MO

Average temperature in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Sparta, MO

Average pressure in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sparta, MO

Average wind speed in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Sparta, MO

Average humidity in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Sparta, MO

Average rainfall in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Sparta, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sparta, MO

Average snowfall in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sparta, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sparta, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sparta, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Sparta, MO

Average UV index in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sparta, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Sparta, MO

Average visibility in March - Sparta, MO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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